Gilbert, AZ vs Santa Clara, CA
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Gilbert
72.3
#903 nationally
Santa Clara
65.7
#1617 nationally
Gilbert leads in cost of living index (112 vs 241). Santa Clara leads in walk score (58 vs 28). Santa Clara leads in median household income ($165,352 vs $105,842).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Gilbert, AZ | Santa Clara, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.3 (#903) | 65.7 (#1617) |
| Population | 275,411 | 131,062 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $570,915 | $1,680,833 |
| Median Household Income | $105,842 | $165,352 |
| Average Commute | 27.8 min | 23.6 min |
| Walk Score | 28 | 58 |
| Crime Level | Very Low | 5.0 |
| School Rating | 8.6 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 112 | 241 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+3.5 | D+40.0 |
C-
72.3 Score
Gilbert, AZ
Fastest-growing town turned family haven
Median Home
$570,915
Population
275,411
Crime
Very Low
Schools
A
Southwest
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D
65.7 Score
Santa Clara, CA
Mid-size California city with community character
Median Home
$1,680,833
Population
131,062
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
58
Pacific
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